Bus Tickets from Los Angeles, US to Philadelphia, PA

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from US$267
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from US$181
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: September 4 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)
    Arrival time: September 7 at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: Cherry Hill Mall
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: September 4 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Arrival time: September 7 at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: September 4 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Arrival time: September 7 at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: September 4 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Arrival time: September 7 at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: September 4 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Arrival time: September 7 at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Los Angeles to Philadelphia

Bus
Average PriceUS$131 - US$678Average Duration3d 1h
97kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$250 - US$1,763Average Duration2d 21h
350kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Los Angeles to Philadelphia

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 3 days, 1 hour 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$131, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

52bus per day
3d 1hAverage Duration
US$131Cheapest ticket
97kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Los Angeles, US to Philadelphia, PA: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$253
Average Bus Trip Duration3d 1h
Number of daily buses52
Earliest bus departure12:25am
Distance3862 km
Latest bus departure11:55pm

Los Angeles to Philadelphia Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Los Angeles, US - Philadelphia, PA

  1. What is the travel distance from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

    The distance between Los Angeles and Philadelphia is approximately 3848 km (2386 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

    Buses departing from UCLA in Los Angeles will take you to Philadelphia Airport in Philadelphia.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
08-31
US$220
09-01
US$221
Today
US$248
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09-04
US$175
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09-06
US$160
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Sep 6, 2025 with a price of US$160

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Los Angeles, US to Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$160 to US$372 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$160 which is on 2025-09-06.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Los Angeles and Philadelphia!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Los Angeles to Philadelphia.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Los Angeles to Philadelphia will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

What's the cheapest way to go from Los Angeles, US to Philadelphia, PA?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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